"The thing about playing somebody who is so beloved is, all we can do is give a heartfelt interpretation of his life and his music," Egerton says in the preview video, which also depicts John's first meeting with Taupin. "Elton's songs are defining moments in people's lives. And the songs should all come from a place of character."

That commitment has deeply impressed Martin, the son of legendary Beatles producer George Martin. "I don't think there is anybody else in the world who could play Elton," he adds. "It's Taron's role."